ATI LPN
Integumentary System Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse describes common complications that burn patients may experience. Which description best fits tissue hypoxia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tissue hypoxia results from increased blood viscosity, impairing oxygen delivery to tissues.
Question 2 of 5
Following assessment and diagnostic evaluation, it has been determined that the client has Stage II of Lyme disease. The nurse expects to note which assessment finding that is most indicative of this stage?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stage II Lyme disease involves disseminated infection, often with cardiac (e.g., AV block) or neurological symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A patient in the dermatology clinic is scheduled for removal of a 10-mm, multicolored, irregular mole from the upper back. The nurse will plan to teach the patient about a(an)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An incisional biopsy would remove the entire mole and the tissue borders. The appearance of the mole indicates that it may be malignant; a shave biopsy would not remove the entire mole. The mole is too large to be removed with punch biopsy. Excisional biopsies are done for smaller lesions and where a good cosmetic effect is desired, such as on the face.
Question 4 of 5
An unresponsive Caucasian patient has been brought to the emergency room by EMS. While assessing this patient, the nurse notes that the patients face is a cherry-red color. What should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Carbon monoxide poisoning causes a bright cherry red color in the face and upper torso in light-skinned persons.
Question 5 of 5
A dermatologist has asked the nurse to assist with examination of a patients skin using a Woods light. This test will allow the physician to assess for which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Woods light makes it possible to differentiate epidermal from dermal lesions and hypopigmented and hyperpigmented lesions from normal skin.